In the 8 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed:
JIM JORDAN: Chairman Jim Jordan joins to discuss the Bondi hearing and House Judiciary business.
MOON BASE: Elon Musk announces a shift in focus from Mars to building a moon base with a "mass driver."
JAMES VAN DER BEEK: Actor James Van Der Beek passes away at 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer.
OLYMPICS: U.S. skier Breezy Johnson crashes out of her race but gets engaged in the finish area.
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Episode: Thursday, February 12, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

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